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Specialist insurance protection for childminders
As one of the market leaders and longest-serving insurance broker in your sector, you can trust us to deliver insurance protection designed to really work for you, your business and the children in your care.
Established in 1964, we pride ourselves on delivering high-quality insurance, risk management and service solutions tailored specifically for the childcare and education sectors. We are committed in supporting our policyholders and provide key information to help you make informed decisions regarding your insurance options.
New Customer
If you're a new customer, then we can point you in the right direction.
Existing Customer
If you are an existing policy holder, we are here to help.
Is this the right policy for me?
We understand your business will often have a variety of specialised needs. Our childminder insurance policy is specifically designed for registered childminders working in the UK.
What makes us different?
Our knowledge, expertise and longevity within the sector enables us to provide you with flexible cover and additional benefits to help you run your business including:
- a dedicated, expert team trained to understand the challenges you face every day.
- access to over 60 RoSPA-accredited or CPD-certified online training courses from award-winning flick learning.
- training and discounts through our exclusive ChildCare Club.
- access to an exclusive discount portal offering a wide range of retail discounts from well-known high street stores, which can be passed on to your family.
*Morton Michel ChildCare Club Benefits, flick learning, and the Employee Benefits Hub do not form part of the FCA regulated products. These are provided as an additional service.
What's covered?
Based on our extensive experience within the sector, and by regularly reviewing the marketplace, we continuously track the development and requirements of the industry to ensure this is reflected in the cover provided by our childminder insurance policy.
- Temporary suspension of registration
- Public liability
- Professional indemnity
- Employer's liability insurance
- Loss of revenue
- Legal expenses
- Childminder contents
For an additional cost, there are extra sections you can choose to add when purchasing your insurance.
- Personal accident cover
You can view our policy summary guide for details of the significant policy benefits, conditions and limits. Full terms and conditions can be found in the policy wording.
How much does childminder insurance cost?
Childminder insurance premiums start from £59.50 per year (including Insurance Premium Tax at the prevailing rate and a Morton Michel fee of £1)
You can also choose to pay in monthly instalments of £6.55 per month (including Insurance Premium Tax at the prevailing rate and a Morton Michel fee of £1)
The monthly interest rate is 10% (equivalent APR of 19.5%), payable over 10 monthly instalments. The total amount payable is £65.50 and cost of credit is £6.
The above premiums are based on a standard childminder policy. Extra covers are available at an additional cost.
We use Premium Credit Limited, who are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, to provide finance exclusively and Morton Michel are acting as the credit broker. We may receive a commission for introducing customers to them.
Morton Michel Added Benefits for Childminders
In addition to the standard cover you would expect, we offer a range of value-added benefits to support you, your business and your family:
A licence to access over 60 RoSPA accredited or CPD-certified online training courses from award-winning flick learning.
Discount hub
For all policyholders, we offer free access to a wide range of market-leading retail discounts for you and your family.
You will receive automatic entry to our ChildCare Club; a hub of additional discounts and benefits designed to support you and your business.
Legal helpline
ARAG provides expert advice 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on business-related legal matters including employment law and disputes. Agreement to be confirmed prior to taking action.
Legal document centre
Providing access to 100's of legal documents (with smart document building feature) to assist with running your business.
Counselling service
Access a confidential mental health counselling helpline through ARAG, operated by trained counsellors 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Tax helpline
Your query will be dealt with by a qualified specialist experienced in handling tax-related matters. This service is available Monday to Friday from 9am - 5pm.
More insurance for your childcare business
Additional insurances
Morton Michel can arrange the following insurance policies for you, at an additional cost:
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Minibus
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Home
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Motor
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Babysitting
Insurance for the family
Morton Michel customers can also benefit from discounted insurance on the following leisure and lifestyle policies from our sister company, Thistle Insurance.